paradigm

Definitions

(Noun) the average example of something; the way a discipline or philosophy looks at general or specific concepts.

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(Noun) A point of view or focus often borne out of the context of one's life that greatly influences the way in which one views and approaches many issues

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A framework, a pattern, an example. But its pronunciation is a surprise: paraDIME

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(Noun) a prevailing trend in direction or thought